Service Description

All studio clay, tools and firings included in the price* This 6 week course will cover and build a foundation of handbuilding techniques including coil, pinch, slab, surface design methods & glazing. Each week, class will begin with a 20-30 minute demo followed by your own creative exploration with guidance as needed. Special projects are welcome and keeping a sketchbook for loose conceptualization is encouraged. You'll leave this session with a solid understanding of the full process from initial building to final glazed work and a well-rounded skill set to continue on in your practice. Beginner-friendly, all levels welcome. 228 Suydam st 1/10-2/14 Saturday Mornings 10:30-1pm *Students can expect to complete approximately 3–4 finished pieces during the course. Please note that for any individual piece measuring 12 inches or more in any direction, additional firing fees will apply: $0.03 per cubic inch for bisque firing and $0.03 per cubic inch for glaze firing, per oversized piece. Classes are focused on learning and skill development—not production. We encourage students to explore techniques thoughtfully and enjoy the creative process. Cancelations must be before 1/4 to be eligible for a refund. $25 Cancelation fee. Teacher Bio: Julia Fernandez is a Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary artist whose practice centers on ceramics, experimental animation, and sculptural objects. Her work explores form, structure, and storytelling through hands-on, process-driven techniques, often emphasizing texture, repetition, and the physical labor of making. Julia holds a BFA in Interactive Media Arts from NYU Tisch and has extensive experience with handbuilding, slipcasting, and underglaze surface techniques alongside a broader practice that bridges analog craft and digital media. As an educator, Julia values material understanding, experimentation, and accessibility. She encourages developing confidence through making, testing, and revision.